Wild camping in
Norfolk

Blakeney Point is a 4-mile shingle spit managed by the National Trust, home to England's largest grey seal colony and nationally important tern colonies. The salt marshes behind the Point at Morston and Blakeney are a SSSI and National Nature Reserve. Wild camping on the shingle spit is tolerated on a leave-no-trace basis outside the bird nesting season (avoid April–August). The Point is accessible by foot along the shingle or by seal-trip boat from Morston Quay. The walk from Cley-next-the-Sea is one of Norfolk's classic coastal routes. Blakeney village has pubs, a hotel, and a boat hire quay. The sky here at dusk, with wading birds calling across the marshes, is unforgettable.

A well-run campsite on the north Norfolk coast at Burnham Deepdale. The site offers tent pitches, tipis, and yurts. Facilities include modern showers, a camp shop, and tourist information. The site is an excellent base for exploring the Norfolk coast path, with Brancaster beach, Scolt Head Island, and Holkham all nearby. The birdwatching is outstanding. Burnham Market, an attractive village with independent shops and restaurants, is 2 miles away. Nelson was born at Burnham Thorpe. The coast here is all about vast skies, salt marshes, and tranquillity. The campsite has a welcoming, outdoorsy atmosphere. Open year-round with reduced winter facilities.

Holkham Beach is regularly voted one of Britain's finest, a vast arc of sand backed by pine woodland planted in the 19th century by the Earls of Leicester. The woodland edge between the dunes and the pines is a classic Norfolk wild camping spot. The site sits within the Holkham National Nature Reserve — the largest NNR in England — so camp discreetly and leave no trace. The beach is approached via a boardwalk from Lady Ann's Drive. At low tide the sand stretches for miles. Holkham Hall and its estate village are inland. Wells-next-the-Sea is a mile east for provisions. Bird life includes marsh harriers, avocets, and passage waders. Go in shoulder season; summer brings large crowds.

A well-equipped campsite on the north Norfolk coast between Sheringham and Holt, set in heathland with excellent birdlife. The site has modern facilities with showers, electric hookups, a restaurant, and a shop. The heathland is home to nightjars, woodlarks, and Dartford warblers. The North Norfolk Railway steam trains run from Sheringham. The Norfolk Coast Path passes nearby. Cley-next-the-Sea and Blakeney are excellent for birdwatching and seal trips. The north Norfolk coast is one of England's finest. Holt is an attractive Georgian town with independent shops. The campsite balances comfort with a heathland setting. Open year-round.

The Norfolk Broads are a network of rivers and medieval peat diggings forming Britain's largest protected wetland. Wild camping on the banks is difficult as most land is privately owned, but some of the remoter reaches of the rivers offer discreet overnight mooring or bank camping. The landscape is flat with reed beds, wind pumps, and vast skies. The birdlife is exceptional, with bitterns, marsh harriers, and Swallowtail butterflies. How Hill Nature Reserve and Hickling Broad NNR are highlights. The Broads are best explored by boat or canoe. Norwich and Great Yarmouth provide supplies. The area has a peaceful, watery beauty.

The Norfolk coast from Hunstanton to Cromer is one of England's finest stretches of coastline, with vast sandy beaches, salt marshes, and big skies. Wild camping in the dunes is tolerated in quieter areas but the coast is an AONB and popular with visitors. Holkham Beach is regularly voted one of the best in Britain, a vast sweep of sand backed by pine woodland. The salt marshes at Blakeney Point are a major seal colony. Wells-next-the-Sea and Burnham Market are charming coastal villages. The birdwatching is world-class year-round. The coast is flat and exposed with vast skies. Cley, Titchwell, and Snettisham are premier birdwatching sites.

A small campsite on the edge of Brancaster Staithe, one of the best-preserved sailing and fishing harbours on the north Norfolk coast. The site offers basic pitches with toilets within a short walk of the harbour, saltmarshes, and Brancaster beach — a vast, empty sand and dune beach managed by the National Trust. Sailing, kayaking, and seal watching trips run from the staithe. Scolt Head Island, an important tern and seal reserve, is visible offshore. The Royal West Norfolk Golf Club links course is adjacent. Burnham Deepdale for Deepdale Camping and Burnham Market for food and shops are both within 3 miles. Low-season stays are especially peaceful.

One of Norfolk's most popular campsites, set in the pine woodland immediately behind Wells beach. The site is run by Wells Town Council and has a happy, family-friendly atmosphere. Facilities include showers, electric hookups, and a small shop. The beach itself is iconic: a long, sandy arc backed by wind-sculpted Corsican pines and reached via a narrow-gauge railway from the quay. The quay at Wells has fish and chip shops, an excellent chandlery, crab boats, and a harbour that still lands whelks commercially. Holkham beach and Blakeney are within easy driving distance. The campsite is busy in July and August — book well ahead. Out of season it has a serene, end-of-the-world character.

A simple campsite in the village of Stiffkey on the north Norfolk coast, known locally for its Stewkey Blue cockles. The site has basic facilities in a rural setting. The coast path passes through the village, connecting Wells-next-the-Sea to Blakeney. The salt marshes between Stiffkey and Morston are beautiful, particularly at sunset. Blakeney Point seal colony is accessible by boat. The village has a pub (the Red Lion) and a food truck. The Norfolk Coast AONB here combines vast skies, salt marshes, and quiet beaches. The area is outstanding for birdwatching. The campsite is small and fills quickly in summer.

A wild camping experience in the Norfolk countryside near Wendling, offering bell tents, a communal fire pit, and a natural swimming pond. The site has a bushcraft ethos with foraging walks, fire-making workshops, and wild cooking sessions. Facilities include compost toilets and a wood-fired shower. The emphasis is on disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature. The Norfolk countryside around the site is peaceful farmland and woodland. Norwich is 25 miles away for supplies. The north Norfolk coast is accessible for day trips. The site appeals to those seeking a structured wild camping experience with community and skills-sharing. Open April to October.

The largest lowland pine forest in England, straddling the Norfolk-Suffolk border. Wild camping in the forest is occasionally tolerated though not officially permitted. The forest was planted after World War I and has matured into an atmospheric landscape of tall Scots and Corsican pines. The sandy terrain is well-drained and comfortable for camping. Go Ape and High Lodge provide family activities. Mountain biking trails are excellent. The forest is part of the Brecks, a unique landscape of sandy heathland. Thetford and Brandon provide supplies. The area is one of the driest in England with relatively low rainfall. Nightjars and woodlarks breed in the forest clearings.

A well-equipped campsite near Wells-next-the-Sea on the north Norfolk coast. The site has modern facilities with showers, electric hookups, a shop, and a heated swimming pool. Wells is one of the most popular north Norfolk seaside towns with its harbour, Georgian quayside, and the miniature railway to the beach. Holkham Beach, a vast expanse of sand backed by pines, is a short drive along the coast. The coast path provides excellent walking. The Norfolk Broads are accessible for day trips. The campsite is popular with families and can be busy in summer. Blakeney and Cley are nearby for birdwatching. Open March to October.

A campsite on the outskirts of Norwich beside Whitlingham Broad, offering water sports and walking in a country park setting. The site has good facilities with showers and electric hookups. The broad provides kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing. Norwich city centre is accessible by cycle path or bus, offering one of England's finest medieval cities with the castle, cathedral, and numerous medieval churches. The Norfolk Broads are a short drive east. The campsite combines outdoor activities with easy access to urban culture. The surrounding country park has walking trails and a cafe. A practical base for exploring Norfolk. Open March to October.